1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M3 (330 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 35 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
